- Nation
- England
- Pricing region
- East of England
- Postcode areas
- CB, PE, SG
- Main towns
- Peterborough, Cambridge, Wisbech, Saint Neots, Huntingdon
What do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Cambridgeshire involve?
- Leak, gutter and roof repairs
- Insulation to cold spots
- Damp-proofing where it is the cause
- Re-plastering and making good
- Extraction and continuous ventilation
- Mould treatment and stain-block
Which rules apply in Cambridgeshire?
- Councils assess hazards, including damp, mould and fire, under the HHSRS; revised regulations and guidance applied from 23 June 2026.
- Rented homes must currently meet at least EPC E, with a £3,500 spending cap. The government plans EPC C by October 2030, subject to legislation.
- Councils can fine up to £7,000 where a Category 1 hazard is not removed when it reasonably could have been.
Councils in England can add additional licensing and Article 4 directions on top of the national rules. Check the council’s website for the exact address before you buy or start work.
How much do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs cost in Cambridgeshire?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damp repair, from a single wall to a whole house | £600 – £4,000 | £640 – £4,250 | job |
| Mould treatment and making good | £250 – £500 | £260 – £530 | room |
Typical time on site: 2–10 working days. For a figure for your house, try the guide-price tool.
Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs by town in Cambridgeshire
Questions about damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Cambridgeshire
How quickly should damp be dealt with?
As soon as possible, and quickly where health is at risk. New rules on hazard timescales are coming into the private rented sector; our compliance pages explain what is confirmed.
What is HHSRS?
The Housing Health and Safety Rating System, the method councils in England and Wales use to assess hazards in homes, including damp and mould.
Do you carry out damp, mould and HHSRS repairs across Cambridgeshire?
Yes, across the whole of Cambridgeshire, including Peterborough, Cambridge, Wisbech.
Who licenses HMOs in Cambridgeshire?
HMOs in Cambridgeshire are licensed by the local council for the address. Where an area has several councils, each runs its own licensing and planning policies.
Other HMO services in Cambridgeshire
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Cambridgeshire
- EPC and energy upgrades in Cambridgeshire
- Full HMO refurbishment in Cambridgeshire
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Cambridgeshire
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Cambridgeshire
- Communal kitchen refits in Cambridgeshire
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Cambridgeshire
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Cambridgeshire